And Now We Drink Episode 337: With Justine Jakobs

In this high-energy episode of And Now We Drink, host Matt Slayer welcomes the dynamic Justine Jakobs to discuss life in Texas and the nuances of navigating a career in the industry. The conversation kicks off with a comparison of driving culture, and Justine's aggressive approach to motorists. The talk then swerves into property values, the heat of Texas summers, and the realities of Californian migration. Touching upon the cost of living, taxes, and the benefits of residing in Texas versus California, they delve into the practicalities and personal preferences that shape where people choose to live. As the conversation flows, Justine shares her journey. her experiences with electric vehicles, and the frustrations of finding a charging spot that led to a public meltdown. Justine also details her striking transition from mall jobs to the world of entertainment, candidly addressing the assumptions and judgments she faced along the way. Her approach to her work is refreshingly open as she discusses the balance between personal and professional boundaries, and how being selective with partners contributes to her pleasure in the industry. The episode takes turns through themes of age and self-image in Hollywood, self-confidence, and offers insight into life behind the scenes. They navigate the complexities of on-and-off-camera relationships, talking about Justine's breakup with her long-term partner and how independence has allowed her to embrace her true free-spirited nature. Finally, Justine details her humorous and sometimes awkward encounters on mainstream sets, the joys of embracing acting roles that allow her to lean into different facets of her multifaceted personality, and her forward approach to life. Listeners are sure to revel in Justine's unbridled openness and the engaging banter with Matt, as they explore the realities of a life less ordinary, in an episode that showcases the many layers of the modern entertainer. Vote for Fan Favorite podcast https://t.co/lF91mZay7i New Sponsor Alert! Get some personal welness supplies at casa-anica.com use code "anwd" for 15% off at checkout Cover your shame in our wares. New Merch! anwd.net/merch The Patreon is full of exclusive content and directly supports the show. patreon.com/mattslayer Subscribe to the youtube youtube.com/andnowwedrink Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.